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The Lumibricks Christmas Pub Is Merry and Bright, but With a Few Head Scratchers

September 1, 2026Jenny Bristol

The Lumibricks Christmas Pub is a fun build with whimsical, festive pieces and scenes, but some questionable design choices.

The Lumibricks Dutch Windmill Millhouse Is a Cozy Build With Some Room for Improvement

August 23, 2026August 29, 2026Jenny Bristol

Lumibricks focuses on well-lit sets and building community. See what we think of this Dutch windmill set!

Bouncing Up and Down for Fun and Fitness with the FED Fitness BT4 Bungee Trampoline/Rebounder

August 17, 2026August 23, 2026Jenny Bristol

Testing out a rebounder for the first time, compared with memories of a 1990s-era mini trampoline.

‘Sense and Sensibility’, a Puffin in Bloom Deluxe Edition

August 14, 2026August 23, 2026Jenny Bristol

Start or even expand your collection of beautiful classic books with this latest Puffin in Bloom Deluxe Edition of ‘Sense and Sensibility’ by Jane Austen.

LEGO Garden Oasis in Portland This Weekend

May 1, 2026Jonathan H. Liu

If you’re in Portland, Oregon, here’s a fun way to start your Mother’s Day celebrations a little early!

Chronicles of Whetherwhy: The Season of Flames

April 27, 2026August 23, 2026Sarah Pinault

The Season of Flames is the second book in Anna James’s middle-grade fantasy series The Chronicles of Whetherwhy. We continue the exploration of magic, systems of power and how to challenge them, and the bonds of both biological and found family.

Thistlemarsh by Moorea Corrigan

April 20, 2026April 19, 2026Sarah Pinault

When what you have read about the Fae is challenged by the Faery that appears at your house, what is there to do but make a deal?

Cats: The Jellicle Ball Is Trans and Queer Joy

March 31, 2026August 23, 2026Karen Walsh

Trans rights are human rights. In a world where trans rights keep being taken away, the joy that comes from art, music, and theatre matters more than ever. Within this landscape, Cats: The Jellicle Ball gives the pure joy and O-P-U-L-E-N-C-E that is resistance in a world that can be dark and threatening. In 2024, Cats: […]

Half City by Kate Golden

March 26, 2026Sarah Pinault

I really didn’t want another story about a young adult attending a magical school, but then came Half City by Kate Golden.

Perfect for Spring, Marimekko Brings Bold Color and Design to Stationery

March 9, 2026March 7, 2026Jenny Bristol

Bring springtime and color into your home with Marimekko stationery items.

The Winter Goddess by Megan Barnard

February 18, 2026February 18, 2026Sarah Pinault

The fight between winter and the onset of spring is something we know well in Maine, as I sit here facing down another winter storm that may keep my kids at home, I find myself thinking back to one of my favorite books of 2025, The Winter Goddess by Megan Barnard. Cailleach, goddess of winter, […]

January 30, 2026Sarah Pinault

If you are looking for a way to escape this never ending January, a trip to the North Woods of Minnesota with debut novel Loon Point is just what you need.

‘Mouse Guard: Dawn of the Black Axe’: Interviewing David Petersen on the Black Axe’s Origin Story

January 20, 2026January 19, 2026Jenny Bristol

Out today is the newest Mouse Guard book, ‘Mouse Guard: Dawn of the Black Axe’—and an interview with author David Petersen!

The New Rubik’s x Tetris Cube Is a Fun Mashup of ’80s Toys

December 22, 2025Jenny Bristol

If you like some extra squares in your cubes, check out the new Rubik’s x Tetris Cube!

Skye Sweetnam, Sumo Cyco, and the Power of Community

December 17, 2025Karen Walsh

Like many others, I jumped directly into my Apple Music Replay this year filled with more than a little enthusiasm. For the first time, all the music would be mine and not tied to my kiddo’s account. And apparently, my top artist was Sumo Cyco for a total of 575 minutes of playing time. Introduced […]

GeekDad/GeekMom Holiday Gift Guide 2025: Stocking Stuffers

December 15, 2025December 14, 2025Jonathan H. Liu

It’s time to stuff the stockings that were hung with care with our must-have stocking stuffers.

2025 Holiday Gift Guide: Clothing and Everyday Essentials

GeekDad/GeekMom Holiday Gift Guide 2025: Clothing and Everyday Essentials

December 10, 2025December 10, 2025Jonathan H. Liu

It’s time to get styling and stocking up on everyday necessities that we think you should consider this gift-giving season.

GeekDad/GeekMom Holiday Gift Guide 2025: Gadgets

December 9, 2025December 8, 2025Jonathan H. Liu

Every geek loves a new gadget. Here’s a selection from the GeekDad and GeekMom writers, featuring their favorite gadgets to add to your Christmas list.

Get Started Resin Printing With the HALOT-X1

December 1, 2025December 1, 2025Ruth Suehle

If you enjoy 3D printing with filament and are interested in something new, resin printing is a great option. There are some definite challenges–resin is notoriously messy and has more safety issues to think about. But the HALOT-X1 from PioCreat is a solid way to solve a few of the older issues and get started. […]

Catch The xTool M1 Ultra Multi-Tasking Laser on Black Friday Sale

November 26, 2025Ruth Suehle

After spending some time with xTool’s M1 Ultra, the other tools in my maker arsenal are feeling sorely neglected. This machine is a laser cutter/engraver, which it’s great at being. But it can also be a blade cutter (e.g. for vinyl), an inkjet printer, and a pen plotter, potentially replacing some other devices or eliminating […]